Sunday Breakfast with a Difference
The Am Stram Gram theatre in Geneva has come up with a fantastic idea to liven up those lazy…
Little Bird Pilates
If you’ve been wanting to give Pilates a try without the long-term commitment that typically comes with a…
Win Tickets to Expo Juniors
If you’re looking for a fun day-out for the whole family, with plenty of creative and educational activities, parades,…
What’s On in March 2014
Spring is almost here and the list of events in Geneva, Vaud and nearby France is filled with…
Siegfried at the Opera
As part of the bicentenary celebrations commemorating Wagner’s birth, the Grand Théâtre de Genève has gone the extra mile…
Indoor Playcentres
Considering we still have so many rainy days ahead of us, I reckoned a post about indoor play…
Why Choose Greycoat Lumleys
Greycoat Lumleys is a respected, London-based recruitment company with a team specifically dedicated to the placement of childcare staff…
Les Recyclables
With its 11,000 books, healthy plats du jour and relaxed atmosphere, Les Recyclables is one of our favourite haunts in Geneva.…
Did You Say Concerto?
How would you like to take your children on a musical journey of discovery across time, from Vivaldi…
Valentine’s Giveaway
We have a fantastic Valentine’s giveaway for our readers so book a baby-sitter for Saturday night and make…
What’s On in February 2014
From skiing with the tiddlers to enjoying a delish family Sunday brunch, we’ve posted our favourite tips for a great family…
Robinson Crusoe in Geneva
Daniel Defoe’s adventure classic “Robinson Crusoe” will be brought to the stage by the young performers at the…
NEST of Love
We all know how relocating abroad as a family can affect our children: sometimes we are able to…
Kings of the Burger World
What great news for all hamburger-lovers and those of us feeling an insatiable craving for crunchy bacon, pickles…
Breathe In & Relax
Have you made any resolutions for the new year? Let me guess…is one of them learning to take…
Indoor Fun at Fnac Kids
Following a makeover in November 2013, the Fnac Kids section at the Genève Rive store is looking great: the books…
It’s Party Time!
A few weeks ago my middle son was invited to a birthday party at Yatouland in Geneva. With 3 kids,…
Mummenschanz for Families
The new year has kicked off and – if you’re planning ahead for the coming months – don’t…
What’s On in January 2014
I can’t believe how fast 2013 has flown by, can you? Now that January 2014 is here, we’ve got our…
200 Years of Swiss History
This December will see the beginning of the celebrations for the bicentenary of Geneva’s entry into the Swiss…
It’s a Family Classic
Mark your diary for the next “concert en famille” by Geneva Camerata on Saturday 18th of January 2014 at the salle…
Au Coeur Des Grottes
Tucked away in a quiet street in the heart of Geneva’s Les Grottes neighbourhood, Au Coeur des Grottes is a…
Japanese Delights in Geneva
A bright new star is shining in Geneva’s gourmand firmament and I’m overjoyed that Expat Husband decided we…
What’s On in December 2013
The countdown to Christmas has begun and we have a fab list of events coming up in the…
It’s a Reima Winter!
When I was recently asked to review some Reima winter jackets for children, timing could not have been better. The…
Family Luxe at Le Richemond
True to my gluttonous nature, I was overjoyed to receive an invitation to savour the new bar menu…
Geneva’s First Funky Brunch
As you know, I am always on the lookout for new & scrumptious places for a family Sunday brunch so…
What’s On in November
Here’s our events listings for the month of November, remember to keep checking our blog on a general…
Art for Kids
Do you love art ? Would you like to introduce your little budding artists to some of the…
What’s On in October
Here’s our events listings for the month of October, remember to keep checking our blog on a general…
It’s Pick-Your-Own Season
Although many crops have been damaged by this summer’s storms, it is still possible to pick-your-own autumn fruits…
It’s a Geneva Mystery
If, like me, you love it when friends come over to visit but you’re running out of ideas…
Puro Gelato
I’ve already posted about my ice-cream addiction (I was raised in Italy after all!) so please bear with me if…
For The Love of Books
Without a doubt, one of the nicest and better-stocked kids bookshops in the Geneva area is La Librerit in Carouge.…
Geneva’s Firefighters Museum
Just when you think you have the whole city sussed and could navigate all its best child-friendly hideouts…
Café maman-bébé
If you’re expecting a baby or have just moved to Geneva with a tiny little one, you might…
L’Asticot in Geneva
The story of Swiss ethical label L’Asticot began in 2009, when young mums Christie and Danièle put their creative pencils…
What’s On in September
The summer holidays have flown by so fast we barely had time to dry out our bathing suits.…
What’s On in August
The best season of the year is in full swing, whether you’ll be away or spending more time…
Beat the Heat
When a heatwave (“canicule” in French) hits, what you need is some water fun to keep the little…
A Midsummer Night at the Bains
A local treasure with a long history dating back to 1872, the Bains des Pâquis hold a special place in…
Surfing in Geneva
You’ve done it all: walked the cobbled streets of the old town, taken a photo with your arm…
Geneva Summer Festival
Now that summer is in full swing, the time has come to celebrate Geneva’s Summer Festival, known as…
A Swiss Bestseller
For me, summer isn’t really summer without a gripping read to delve into on those balmy evenings when…
View From the Treetops
If your children are as energetic as mine and you’re running out of ideas of what to do,…
Summer is CinéTransat
Whoever said there’s no fun to be had in Geneva as everything is just too expensive has probably…
What’s On in July
The kids’ summer holidays have started, I can’t believe how fast this school year has flown by !…
A Summer Terrace With a View
I have been thinking about my favourite cafés in Geneva for a while, compiling an imaginary list in…
Brunch in the Sun
The summer weather we were all waiting for has finally arrived, so what better time to post our…
Rockmybaby
A very warm welcome to our latest sponsor: Rockmybaby Nanny & Babysitting Agency, launched in Switzerland by Tanya Jeannet in…